Using the metric systems for the measuring of industrial bolts as well as metric bolts is becoming increasingly common in industry in the United States. The metric system may also be known as the International System or SI (from the French, Systeme International d’Unites). Read More…
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Ford Fasteners, Inc.
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Jefferson, OH | 888-536-3674Our company has manufacturing experiences dating back to 1970 and over the years we have grown into an international supplier of bolts. Our teams are committed to providing our customers with the best products possible and we offer quick turnaround on all orders. Here at Ken Forging we do not require any minimum orders and we can ship our stock bolts within 24 hours. Feel free to contact our representatives if you have any questions.
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Cinnaminson, NJ | 877-791-4426AALL AMERICAN Fasteners delivers high-quality industrial, carriage, metric, stainless steel, titanium and other types of bolts to a wide range of industries and markets. We have thousands of different sizes and styles of standard and special bolts for you to choose from. We are able to meet off-the-shelf, semi-custom and made-to-specification fastener requirements. Contact us today!
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Dallas, TX | 214-637-6051We provide the very best bolts to all of the Dallas Ft Worth area. We are a family owned company, which means we can provide personalized customer service to all of our customers. Since the 1960s, we have given our customers the very best in products, performance, and quality. We hope to build lifelong relationships with customers so we can share our family with yours!
Liberty Fastener Company
Bensenville, IL | 800-444-7414Liberty Fastener offers a vast line of high quality industrial bolts including carriage bolts, eye bolts, lag bolts, metric bolts, nut and bolt combinations plus structural, plow, hanger, elevator bolts and others. Contact us for outstanding customer service and high quality industrial fasteners.
Hanger Bolt & Stud Co.
Greenfield, IN | 800-537-7925At Hanger Bolt & Stud Co., we manufacture all of our products according to the Industrial Fasteners Institute standards and are competitively priced. We offer hanger bolts, dowel screws, rail bolts, single-ended, double-ended, and fully threaded studs as well as smooth body and knurled pins. No matter what product you require, we can ensure that your custom parts are made to your specifications and delivered on time. Contact us today to learn more!
Metric Bolts - Ken ForgingThere is such a wide range of metric bolts and fasteners that it can be complicated to find the right size for an application. They can be purchased individually or according to a specific design and size requirement. Metric fasteners are indicated by the letter M followed by the inner fastener diameter in millimeters (mm), for example, M5 for a bolt that is five millimeters in diameter. Bolts are typically available in both metric and non-metric designations and non-metric bolts and screws are also measured according to diameter but this is labeled in inches and parts of inches rather than millimeters. Some English bolts also use a separate numbering system that increases in size accordingly.
Commonly used for both structural and non-structural applications, metric bolts, screws and other fastening components are able to be constructed with full threading or partial threading. Construction, equipment joining and securing, automotive engines on cars, motorcycles and larger machines are all examples of common uses of bolts. Due to the wide range of application and intended use for bolts, there are a number of factors to consider when determining the most suitable style and materials for specific purposes. For heavy load and structural uses such as foundation or bridge securing, anchor bolts are used.
If an application requires corrosion resistant materials which are able to be used for even heavy duty purposes, stainless steel bolts are the most suitable choice. Most types of bolts are available in metric sizes, and many bolt manufacturers will stock a comprehensive inventory of metric bolts, nuts and screws in order to be able to meet the wide range of needs in terms of size and capability. Hex bolts are the standard design for the heads of metric bolts, although this can change based on application. Other typical head designs include flange head types, or the more complex eye bolts or loop bolts.